Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Hermano: brother
hermano
Pronunciation: ehr-MAH-noh (stress the capital letters)
Hermano means “brother” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: brother
- How to say it: ehr-MAH-noh
- Gender: el hermano
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “hermano” means and how to use it
Hermano means “brother,” and hermana means “sister.” The plural “hermanos” can mean “brothers” or “brothers and sisters.”
Gender and plural
- Gender: el hermano / la hermana (masculine / feminine)
- Plural: los hermanos / las hermanoas
Examples with audio
- Tengo un hermano mayor.I have an older brother.
- Mi hermana vive en España.My sister lives in Spain.
- ¿Tienes hermanos?Do you have brothers or sisters?
Usage tip
Spanish uses the masculine plural for a mixed group, so “¿tienes hermanos?” asks about siblings in general.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “brother” in Spanish?
“brother” in Spanish is “hermano.” It is pronounced ehr-MAH-noh, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “hermano”?
Say ehr-MAH-noh. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “hermano” masculine or feminine?
Hermano is masculine: “el hermano.” The plural is “hermanos.”
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